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Pairing the inReach® Mini 2 for the inReach® Remote Widget

Some non-inReach® Garmin products have the ability to pair with the inReach® Mini 2 and use some of the inReach® communication features that it offers.

Even though both devices need to be in close proximity (10ft) to each other, it can be helpful to strap your inReach® device on your pack or person, and then use your smaller non-inReach® device for messaging, SOS, etc.

This article walks you through the process of getting these devices paired together.

Checking Compatibility

To determine if your non-inReach® Garmin can use the inReach® Remote widget, see - Garmin Products That Support the inReach® Remote Feature.

Updating Software

Ensure that both devices have their latest software version installed. Most devices can be updated using Garmin Express™ software. For detailed instructions, see - Help with Product Updates. 

Enabling the inReach® Remote Mode on the inReach® Mini 2

NOTE: These steps are not applicable when connecting to the Overlander® GPS navigator. If you intend to use your inReach® Mini 2 with the Overlander® GPS navigator, see - Pairing an inReach® to an Overlander® GPS navigator.

  1. From the home page, press OK to open the main menu.

  2. Select Settings.

  3. Select inReach® Remote.

  4. Select Status to toggle on inReach® Remote mode.

Enabling and Connecting the inReach® Remote Widget

Last, you need to pair your compatible non-inReach® device. Steps will vary by the type of device you are using.

Garmin Watches

TIP: If you have previously used another inReach® device with the watch and wish to remove it, this can be done by selecting it in the Sensors & Accessories menu of the watch. For detailed steps, see - Removing Sensors From Watches.

  1. Access your Settings menu.

    • Watches with 5 buttons: Hold Up/MENU (middle left button) > Scroll to our select Settings.

    • Watches with 2 buttons: Press the top right button > Select Settings.

  2. Select Sensors & Accessories or Connectivity > Sensors & Accessories.

  3. Select Add New.

  4. Select inReach®.

    The watch will begin searching for and connecting to the inReach® device. This can take up to 60 seconds.

  5. Select inReach® - (device number) once it appears on the watch.

Once connected, the inReach® Remote widget should be enabled automatically. If it is not, refer to "Customizing the Widget/Glance Loop" in your watch's owner's manual for instructions to add it. From the watch face, scroll to the inReach® Remote widget to see your messages. While viewing the inReach® Remote widget, select START/STOP to access the menu for SOS, Messages, or Tracking.

Edge® Cycling Computers

For steps to enable the inReach Remote widget on a compatible Edge computer, refer to your owner's manual and search for "Using the inReach Remote".

Marine Chartplotters

These are general instructions that should work with most compatible chartplotters. For more detailed instructions, refer to your chartplotter's owner's manual or Pairing the inReach® Mini Series to a Garmin Marine Chartplotter.

  1. On the chartplotter, select A/V.

    NOTE: If you do not see A/V, select OneHelm first.

  2. Select Gauges.

  3. Select inReach®.

  4. Select Start Pairing.

    The chartplotter will begin searching for and connecting to the inReach® device. This can take up to 60 seconds.

  5. If necessary, compare the code on the inReach® device to the chartplotter, and select OK if they match.

Automotive Devices

For steps to enable the inReach® Remote widget on a compatible automotive device, refer to the articles below:

Outdoor Handhelds

For steps to connect an inReach® device with a compatible handheld, refer to the device owner's manual below.

Dive Computer

For steps to connect an inReach® device with a compatible Descent™ dive computer, refer to the device owner's manual.

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